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Artificial intelligence can be our first line of defense in limiting the effects of wildfires
California, like many of the states in our region, has faced some of the most devastating wildfires in recent history. The “Golden State” is leading the charge in wildfire prevention by integrating cutting-edge technology into its fire management strategies. One of the most significant advancements in this area is the use of AI-trained cameras that monitor […] The post Artificial intelligence can be our first line of defense in limiting the effects of wildfires appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.
EXCLUSIVE PREMIERE: Stream Doll Riot’s New Album “Grage” In Full
San Diego-based Punk Rock group Doll Riot will release their new LP, Grage, releasing this week, on July 19th! Grage will stream on all DSPs and Last Hurrah Records will release an exclusive vinyl version with bonus tracks. The band has dropped a series of singles “Those Days,” “B-29,” and “Those Days,” and the band recently was a standout at Punk Rock Bowling Festival 2024 in Las Vegas.! The girls collaborated with producer Alex Estrada (Touché Amore, Joyce Manor, and Rotting Out) to put together the album! Stream it here at Ghost Cult and pre-order it now!
Thunderstorms possible as another heat wave scorches Southern California
Temperatures are expected to reach dangerous highs in the greater Los Angeles area this Friday through Saturday as another heat wave grips the Southland. Southern California valleys, mountains and deserts will experience the highest extremes with temperatures in the triple digits in the lower mountains and interior and between 95 and 105 in coastal valleys, […]
Summer Opportunities Abound for Tikkun Olam Projects
“Giving of your time is a statement that “I will do whatever I can to help. … That’s the Jewish concept of Tikkun Olam ― repairing the world” — aish.com. SAN DIEGO – When I chose to get my master’s degree in social work, I didn’t really connect this concept to how it could lead to a profession. As I dove into coursework and meeting with clients, my vision was to help those who were struggling emotionally and giving them the tools to make their situations better. It never dealt with giving money, but giving of my time, referrals and advocacy were all that was needed. I still hear from some of these clients and how just being there to listen and advocate for them changed their lives.
Palm Springs Power Prepares for Championship Series After First Loss; 152nd Open Underway
The Palm Springs Power, who recently ended their 51-game winning streak, will kick off a three-game series against the San Diego Wave this weekend as they head into the CPCL championship. With a current record of 39-1 and a 19-1 league record, they finish the regular season on Friday before the series starts. Meanwhile, the 152nd Open in Scotland is underway, with challenging weather conditions affecting top golfers. Daniel Brown leads the field with a six-under par score, followed by Shane Lowry and Justin Thomas. The summer games in Paris are also just eight days away, with ongoing coverage on NBC Palm Springs.
Rugby’s San Diego Legion Face Off Against Seattle in Playoffs Again
The San Diego Legion will begin the first round of the playoffs on the road Sunday at 6:00 p.m. in Seattle versus the Seawolves. The game will be broadcast on FS2. San Diego is the #3 seed, and Seattle is the #2 seed. The winner will play in the Western...
Behind the scenes: meet the Escondido duo running San Diego’s 48-Hour Film Festival
The annual San Diego 48-Hour Film Festival kicked off last weekend with teams of filmmakers, creatives and cinephiles competing amongst each other for prizes, prestige and bragging rights. Among the nearly 12,000 film festivals held worldwide, the 48-Hour Film Project festival is unique in its requirement that a 4-to-7-minute film...
Berkadia Delivers $150M Financing for San Diego Affordable Rehab
Berkadia arranged the financing of Sea Breeze Gardens, a 268-unit affordable housing property in San Diego. Senior managing director Tim Leonhard and SVP and head of acquisitions Chris McGraw of Berkadia Affordable Housing secured the $53.5-million Low-Income Housing Tax Credit equity investment and $97.5 million in bonds that were credit enhanced by Freddie Mac on behalf of the sponsor, Lincoln Avenue Communities.
San Diego Housing Market Displays Subtle Price Dip Amidst Increased Supply and Sales Activity
Amid an overarching sense of stabilization in the housing market, San Diego County's real estate landscape shows nuanced trends. As reported by NBC San Diego, June's data presented a slight slip in median home prices, with a 0.8% decrease from May, even as prices hovered above $900,000 for the third consecutive month. Reflecting on these numbers, California Association of Realtors President Melanie Barker conveyed optimism, stating, "With interest rates coming down to the lowest levels since February and the availability of homes loosening up further in the last few months, the housing market is gearing up for another run in the second half of the year".
Calendar of events for the week of July 19
20 Saturday: George Hooganen is a San Diego writer, bookbinder, and arts community organizer. He teaches writing and bookbinding, and will lead a workshop on bookbinding at 10:30 a.m. in the Winn Room of the Coronado Public Library. This workshop is an opportunity for attendees to learn how a book...
Human smuggling ring leader indicted and arrested in Mexico
SAN DIEGO, California — An indictment unsealed yesterday charges the alleged leader of a human smuggling organization responsible for unlawfully bringing thousands of migrants into the United States. Abdul Karim Conteh, 42, a national of Sierra Leone, was arrested on July 11 in Tijuana, Mexico, at the request of...
Bonsall couple ordered to pay Ulta, Sephora millions for elaborate multi-million theft ring
A Bonsall couple who organized a national crime ring that stole millions from large retailers across the country, particularly luxury cosmetic stores, were ordered by a San Diego judge Thursday to pay millions in restitution to Ulta and Sephora. Kenneth and Michelle Mack pleaded guilty in June to several counts...
Pride Parade, Festival Goers Can ‘Ride With Pride,’ Avoid Parking by Using Transit
The San Diego Pride Parade and Festival will be held at the streets of Hillcrest this weekend. The Pride Parade and Festival is the largest single-day civic event in the region. More than 250,000 spectators are expected to be in attendance Saturday. The Metropolitan Transit System is encouraging those who...
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